Home Value
$175,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.6%
71% lower than US avg
How Oak Ridge Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population55
Median Age61.8 yrs
Density56/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans48.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,891
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$755M
Commute50 min
Housing
Home Value$175,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,089
Health
Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.0%
Heart Disease9.2%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain58.4 in/yr
Elevation89 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+75.0%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute50 min
Broadband19.0%
Libraries4
Is Oak Ridge a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Oak Ridge receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Oak Ridge has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Oak Ridge is $175,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Oak Ridge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Oak Ridge has a population of 55 with a density of 56 people per square mile. The median age is 61.8 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 1.8% Black.
Population
61.8yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Oak Ridge vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Oak Ridge vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Oak Ridge is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.
Income: Oak Ridge vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $31,891 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $857 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,125 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.6% |
| 71% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 571 |
| County GDP | $755M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Healthcare | 72 |
| Retail | 71 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,054 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.17% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 50.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |
The median home value in Oak Ridge is $175,000, 38% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,089.
Home Values
| Census Median | $175,000 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $173,089 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,054 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.17% |
In Oak Ridge, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.0% report depression. 37.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Oak Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.2% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.7% |
| Heart Disease | 9.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.5% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 12.8% |
| Stroke | 5.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.5% |
| Depression | 32.0% |
| Mental Distress | 23.6% |
| Physical Distress | 19.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Premature Death | 17,460/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 72 |
Crime Rates: Oak Ridge vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Oak Ridge has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.3°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 58.4 inches |
| 54% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 56/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6244°N, 91.7731°W |
| County FIPS | 22067 |